Module 1 Quiz – Foundations of Medical Assisting

By Nancy Kimmel, MSN, FNP / May 12, 2026

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Question 1 of 15

1. Question

A medical assistant is asked to administer 300 mg of a medication. The medication is available in 150 mg tablets. The medical assistant administers 2 tablets. Which of the ‘six rights’ of medication administration does this action primarily fulfill?

Right patient
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Right medication
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Right dose
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Right route
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Question 2 of 15

2. Question

A medical assistant is documenting the administration of a liquid medication. Which abbreviation is preferred to prevent medication errors?

cc
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mL
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L
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mg
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Question 3 of 15

3. Question

A medical assistant is reviewing a superbill for a patient who received an office visit and a tetanus vaccination. The code 99214 for the office visit belongs to which code set?

ICD-10-CM
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HCPCS Level II
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CPT
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NDC
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Question 4 of 15

4. Question

A patient has a right to access their own medical records under HIPAA. If a patient requests a copy of their records, what is the medical office permitted to do?

Refuse the request if the patient has an outstanding balance.
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Charge a reasonable, cost-based fee for the copies.
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Provide only a summary of the records, not the full chart.
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Require the patient to wait 60 days to receive the records.
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Question 5 of 15

5. Question

A patient is prescribed medication for erectile dysfunction (ED). The Medical Assistant understands that this condition is primarily a disorder of which physiological process?

Spermatogenesis
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Hormonal imbalance
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Vascular function
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Ejaculation
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Question 6 of 15

6. Question

A patient complains of ‘myalgia’ and ‘arthralgia’. The medical assistant should recognize these symptoms are related to which body system?

Integumentary
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Endocrine
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Musculoskeletal
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Reproductive
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Question 7 of 15

7. Question

A provider asks you to pull the chart for a patient who was last seen 10 years ago. The clinic uses a terminal-digit filing system. If the patient’s medical record number is 12-34-56, where would you look for the file?

In section 12
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In section 34
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In section 56
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In section 65
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Question 8 of 15

8. Question

The “Memory Anchor” mnemonic for doffing PPE is “Gloves, Goggles, Gown, Mask.” This is based on which organizational principle?

From cleanest to dirtiest
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From top to bottom
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Alphabetical order
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From most to least expensive
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Question 9 of 15

9. Question

Which organization maintains and copyrights the CPT code set?

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
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World Health Organization (WHO)
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American Hospital Association (AHA)
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American Medical Association (AMA)
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Question 10 of 15

10. Question

The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) primarily targets which type of cells in the immune system?

B-cells
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CD4 cells (T-cells)
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Neutrophils
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Macrophages
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Question 11 of 15

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A CCMA is working in a pediatric clinic and wants to enhance their skills to better serve young patients. Which of the following would be the most logical next step in their professional development?

Pursue a certification in geriatrics.
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Specialize in cardiology.
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Complete specialty training in pediatrics.
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Obtain a CMAA certification.
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Question 12 of 15

12. Question

A CCMA is using the teach-back method while educating a patient about their new inhaler. Which statement by the CCMA demonstrates correct use of this method?

"Do you have any questions about the inhaler?"
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"I want to be sure I explained this clearly. Can you show me how you are going to use the inhaler?"
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"You understand how to use the inhaler, right?"
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"Make sure you read the instructions when you get home."
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Question 13 of 15

13. Question

To ensure the medical office is compliant with HIPAA, where should a Medical Assistant have a conversation with a patient about their recent lab results?

In the main reception area
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In a private examination room with the door closed
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In the hallway outside the exam room
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At the checkout counter
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Question 14 of 15

14. Question

A medical assistant needs to leave a message for a patient about an upcoming appointment. To comply with HIPAA, which information should NOT be included in a voicemail message?

The name of the medical facility
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A request for the patient to call back
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The patient's full name and date of birth
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Detailed information about the reason for the appointment
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Question 15 of 15

15. Question

A medical assistant is preparing to administer a medication. The most critical first step to prevent an adverse reaction is to:

Check the patient's vital signs.
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Ask the patient if they have eaten recently.
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Verify the patient's allergies.
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Inform the patient of all possible side effects.
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